Principal Teacher Faculty IT (Business and Computing)

Dundee City Council; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Dundee is seeking a dedicated Principal Teacher Faculty. You will lead a team within the school, focusing on improving educational outcomes while demonstrating commitment to child welfare and excellent communication skills. Applicants must hold GTCS registration and have a strong understanding of Scotland's education framework. This is a full-time role with responsibilities in the management of staff and curriculum delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of the relevant curriculum area.
• Awareness of current issues in Scottish education.
• Commitment to Professional Learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a Faculty/team of staff.
• Improve outcomes for children and young people.
• Demonstrate application and knowledge of national curriculum standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence

Leadership skills

Education

GTCS Registration (Secondary)

Job description

Job Description

Based at Greenfield Academy, you will work full time, 35 hours per week. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Johnny Lothian by email

Requirements

You will be GTCS Registered (Secondary), with a knowledge of the relevant curriculum area and an awareness of the main current issues in Scottish education.

Responsibilities

In addition to the responsibilities of a Teacher, the Principal Teacher Faculty has responsibility to lead and manage a Faculty / team of staff comprised of a family of subjects / whole school responsibility within the school. Principal Teacher’s Faculty have the lead responsibility for improving outcomes for children and young people.

The Individual

You will demonstrate application and knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence as well as the new National Qualifications structure and evidence of appropriate Professional Learning. In addition, you will have a positive and caring approach and commitment to young people, have good communication / interpersonal skills and relate well to others. This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and / or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Dundee City Council.